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Home » Calendar » Business Calendar: Oct. 9 - Oct. 22

Business Calendar: Oct. 9 - Oct. 22

October 9, 2025
Emily Botter-Hanson

Cybersecurity & Fraud Awareness: AgWest Farm Credit online seminar will review current threats, scams, and social engineering tactics affecting individuals and businesses.

  • Thursday, Oct. 9, 10-11 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

AI's Impact On the AEC Industry: OneAEC panel will discuss how artificial intelligence is changing the architecture, engineering, and construction industry, and how AI can enhance projects' efficiency and accuracy.

  • Thursday, Oct. 9, 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
  • Ruby River Hotel, 700 N. Division, Spokane
  • $50 for members, $60 for others

SCBN October Event: Spokane Community Business Network will gather local business professionals for an afternoon of drop-in networking.

  • Thursday, Oct. 9, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
  • Selkirk Pizza & Tap House, 12424 N. Division, Spokane
  • Free

NEPA Monthly Luncheon: Northwest Exit Planning Association monthly luncheon will include networking and advice from subject matter experts.

  • Thursday, Oct. 9, noon-1 p.m.
  • Trailhead Golf Course, 22302 E. Country Vista Drive, Liberty Lake
  • Free

NABIP October Meetup: National Association of Benefits & Insurance Professionals meeting will review the impacts of mental health on insurance plans and claims.

  • Friday, Oct. 10, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
  • The Cove Coworking Space, 510 Clearwater Loop, Ste. 100, Post Falls
  • $15 for members, $25 for others

Deeper Dive into Reasonable Accommodations for Mental Health: Idaho Department of Labor online seminar will provide employers with information about mental health accommodations.

  • Friday, Oct. 10, 1-2 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

First Time Homebuyer Education Class: Homebuyer education class, sponsored by the Washington state Housing Finance Commission, will guide attendees through the process of securing downpayment aid.

  • Saturday, Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • The 808, 808 E. Sprague, Spokane
  • Free

Liberty Lake Women in Business October Luncheon: Liberty Lake Women in Business monthly event will allow for networking between like-minded women.

  • Monday, Oct. 13, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Liberty Lake Municipal Library, 23123 E. Mission
  • $25

The Chapman Lecture on Truly Human Leadership: Gonzaga University School of Business Administration presentation, featuring speaker Kyle Chapman, will discuss the success of people-centered leadership.

  • Monday, Oct. 13, 6-7:30 p.m.
  • Cataldo Hall, 429 E. Boone, Spokane
  • Free

SCC Fall Career Expo: Spokane Community College career expo will feature employers from different industries, including health care, building trades, and more.

  • Tuesday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Lair Student Center, 1810 N. Greene, Spokane
  • Free

Home Purchase Process: Women’s Council of Realtors North Idaho class will outline the home purchasing process, including lending, inspections, appraisal, and escrow.

  • Tuesday, Oct. 14, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Coeur d’Alene Regional Realtors, 409 W. Neider
  • Free for members, $20 for others

HR for Small Nonprofits: Innovia Foundation online seminar will provide guidance to nonprofit leaders in human resources roles.

  • Tuesday, Oct. 14, noon-1:30 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Factory Tour of Fireclay Tile: Women in Manufacturing Washington chapter will tour Fireclay Tile and watch the manufacturing process.

  • Tuesday, Oct. 14, 1-2:30 p.m.
  • Fireclay Tile, 6328 E. Utah, Spokane
  • $20 for members, $25 for others

Media Training - Nail Your Next Media Interview: Posted Consulting workshop will include an interactive session to practice being interviewed and become familiar with common questions and etiquette.

  • Tuesday, Oct. 14, 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Steam Plant Restaurant & Brew Pub, 159 S. Lincoln, Ste. 1, Spokane
  • $100

NDEAM Lunch & Learn: Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and Idaho Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired online seminar will discuss reasonable accommodation for National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

  • Wednesday, Oct. 15, 11 a.m.-noon
  • Online
  • Free

Alternatives for Growth Forum: Spokane County 2046 Comprehensive Plan forum will share information from the ongoing Environmental Impact Statement and how to support the growth of 100,000 new people in the county by 2046.

  • Wednesday, Oct. 15, 5:30-7 p.m.
  • CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley
  • Free

Minuteman Press Valley & Greater Spokane PCC Meetup: Minuteman Press Valley and Greater Spokane Postal Customer Council seminar will discuss how to use Direct Mail to reach and support clients.

  • Thursday, Oct. 16, 9:30-11 a.m.
  • Minuteman Press, 10020 E. Montgomery, Spokane Valley
  • Free

Enterprise Value Made Easy: Burbity Workspaces workshop will advise how to strategically assess gaps and maximize business value.

  • Thursday, Oct. 16, 10-11 a.m.
  • Burbity Workspaces, 2818 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley
  • $50

Fall Career Fair: Eastern Washington University career fair will invite students and alumni to meet employers from different industries to learn about available jobs and internships.

  • Thursday, Oct. 16, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Jim Thorpe Fieldhouse, 1380 Athletics Lane, Cheney
  • Free

Success through Impact – Reflections on Bends in the Road: Gonzaga University School of Business Administration panel will answer questions about nonlinear career progressions.

  • Thursday, Oct. 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
  • Jepson Center, 502 E. Boone, Spokane
  • Free

Increase Sales & Profits with Pricing & Distribution Strategies: Score Small Business Essentials online seminar will review different distribution and channel strategies that best present products and services to customers.

  • Monday, Oct. 20, 1-2:30 p.m.
  • Online
  • $10

Workforce Development Forum: Associated General Contractors Inland Northwest Chapter forum will focus on upskilling existing workforces and developing related initiatives.

  • Tuesday, Oct. 21, 9-10 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

International Trade Partnerships: Idaho Department of Labor online seminar, hosted by labor economist Ryan Whitesides, will discuss the role and impact of international trade partnerships.

  • Tuesday, Oct. 21, noon-1 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Connection Summit: rConnect summit will highlight 12 speakers with topics on business, leadership, and personal growth, and offer clarifying insights for business development.

  • Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6-8 p.m.
  • Burbity Workspaces, 2818 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley
  • $55

Fifth Annual Women’s Luncheon: Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber event, featuring speaker Amanda Knox, will discuss empowerment and community over an annual lunch.

  • Wednesday, Oct. 22, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
  • The Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second
  • $99+ for members, $109+ for others

After Five Networking: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly networking event for members and future members.

  • Wednesday, Oct. 22, 4:30-6 p.m.
  • Holiday Inn Express, 9220 E. Mission, Spokane Valley
  • Free for members, $25 for others

 

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